Karlene Fine, former Executive Director and Secretary of the NDIC, is the EERC’s 13th Energy Champion. Over a career spanning more than 50 years, Fine’s leadership and unparalleled knowledge of state government have spearheaded and shepherded many programs to help North Dakota and the nation develop clean, sustainable energy.
Category: Our People
Brian Kalk Named EERC’s CRO
Dr. Brian Kalk was recently appointed as the Chief Research Officer at the Energy & Environmental Research Center (EERC) at the University of North Dakota (UND).
EERC Welcomes New Employees
In the past 3 months, five people have joined the EERC. We welcome them to the team!
2022 Core Value Award Recipients
Starting in 2018, the EERC began awarding five employees for their outstanding efforts in aligning their work with our five Core Values. Nominated by their peers for embodying these values, five individuals were honored at the EERC’s 2023 annual meeting.
EERC Welcomes New Employees
In the past 3 months, seven people have joined the EERC. We welcome them to the team!
Christin Fine Named Prairie Business’ 40 Under 40
Christin Fine, Director for Environment, Health, and Safety at the EERC, was named to Prairie Business’ 40 under 40 list for 2022
EERC Welcomes New Employees
In the past 3 months, five people have joined the EERC. We welcome them to the team!
Governor’s Award Presented to Kevin Connors
On September 15, Assistant Director for Regulatory Compliance and Energy Policy at the Energy & Environmental Research Center (EERC), Kevin C. Connors, was presented with the Governor’s Award for Excellence in Public Service. The Governor’s Awards recognize state team members who go above and beyond to serve North Dakotans and deliver on our shared purpose… Continue reading Governor’s Award Presented to Kevin Connors
Setting the Stage for Safety
EERC's Assistant Director for EHS, Christin Fine, was rated the top presentation at the 40th annual College and University Hazardous Materials Management Conference.
Votava & Erickson Join Executive Leadership Team
September 1 marks the first day for Tami Votava and Tom Erickson to step into their new roles as Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer and Vice President for Intellectual Property at the Energy and Environmental Research Center (EERC).

